Geneva (March 20, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 040.25, highlighting France’s prohibition of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in cosmetics, textiles and ski waxes.

PFAS are widely used for their water, grease and oil-resistant properties, but many have been found to cause health and environmental concerns due to their toxicity and  bioaccumulative characteristics.

Law No. 2025-188 (1) was enacted on February 27, 2025, making France the second European country after Denmark to ban PFAS in certain goods. The production, import, export and market placement of them will be prohibited from January 2026.

Certain exceptions to the ban for some industrial textiles and products considered essential for critical applications are allowed for in Law 2025-188 (1), ahead of a ban in PFAS in all textile products, unless they are necessary for essential uses, by 2030.

PFAS monitoring in drinking water and financial penalties on industrial polluters are also strengthened in the new law, as part of France’s broader effort to reduce the negative impact of PFAS on health and the environment.

SGS experts publish SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed about regulatory changes that could impact their business. SafeGuardS 040.25 includes further information on the scope of the new legislation and its effective timeline, as well as its significance under the wider context of proposed EU-wide PFAS restrictions.

Stakeholders are encouraged to refer to the original SafeGuardS 040.25 for more details.

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SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full France Bans PFAS on Consumer Products SafeGuardS.

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Dr. Min Zhu
Senior Director, Technical Services and Operations
Softlines, US and Canada
Tel: +1 (97) 346-11230
Website: http://www.sgs.com/softlines
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About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

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Geneva (March 7, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is proud to host a complimentary webinar, ‘Discovering PPE softlines solutions’, on March 27, 2025.

The global market for personal protective equipment (PPE) is expanding, but it is also becoming more regulated. Businesses looking to ensure product compliance face challenges in market access, with financial penalties and potential delays resulting from product noncompliance.

This expert-led webinar will provide a comprehensive exploration of global markets, industry trends and product ranges for PPE, with detailed information on SGS’s product conformity solutions and an opportunity to quiz the experts.

Whether used for work or leisure, PPE must meet the highest standards for safety and performance. Companies partnering with independent third-party expertise can benefit from the assurance of trust and tailor-made services.

This webinar will be of interest to manufacturers, distributors and end-users of PPE.

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About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH0002497458, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

Geneva (March 10, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, is delighted to announce a free webinar, ‘Sustainability trends and solutions in the E&E industry’, on March 31, 2025.

The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) is one of the EU’s key ecostandards, introducing new rules for product conformity which are significantly impacting electrical and electronic (E&E) businesses. This new regulatory landscape aims to change the product life cycle paradigm, affecting design, manufacture and retail processes.

Sustainability trends in the E&E sector are explored in this complimentary webinar, including a guide to understanding the ESPR and the business opportunities driven by the shift towards a circular economy.

This webinar is led by SGS carbon-management expert Dr Mingjie Zhu and provides compliance solutions for regulatory requirements. Leveraging SGS’s experience allows companies to reduce their environmental impact while ensuring conformity with product standards.

This event is designed for manufacturers, importers, retailers and other stakeholders in the E&E product supply chain for EU markets.

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About SGS

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH0002497458, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN:SW).

Geneva (March 3, 2025) – SGS, the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company, has published SafeGuardS 032.25, highlighting a proposed amendment to the US state of Washington’s prohibition on lead in cookware. One highlight of the proposal includes the exclusion of inaccessible components and certain appliances.

Cookware nowadays typically only has lead present as a contaminant but can still be intentionally added in some instances, e.g. as a pigment in glazes. Serious health issues, including neurological damage and developmental delays in children, can be caused when it leaches into food.

Washington became the first US state to restrict lead in cookware when HB 1551 became law in March 2024. This new law, codified under Chapter 70A.565 RCW, bans cookware with a lead content above 5 ppm and becomes effective on January 1, 2026.

Published on January 31, 2025, the proposed amendment, HB 1756, specifies the addition of utensils to the scope of the prohibition, and the exclusion of inaccessible components and certain large appliances.

SGS experts publish SafeGuardS to keep stakeholders informed about regulatory changes that could impact their business. SafeGuardS 032.25 includes a helpful table summarizing the proposed amendments to Chapter 70A.565 RCW.

Stakeholders are encouraged to refer to the original SafeGuardS 032.25 for more details.

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SGS SafeGuardS keep you up to date with the latest news and developments in the consumer goods industry. Read the full Washington, USA, Proposes Amendment to Its Lead in Cookware Prohibition SafeGuardS.

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Melanie Tamayo
Senior Technical Manager, North America
Tel: +1 (312) 414-9394

Dr. HingWo Tsang
Global Information and Innovation Manager
Tel: +852 2774 7420

Website: http://www.sgs.com/hardlines
LinkedIn: SGS Connectivity & Products

About SGS
SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.

Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and trusted specialized brands, including Brightsight, Bluesign, Maine Pointe and Nutrasource.

SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN

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